Property Location With a stay at Grand Hotel Central, you'll be centrally located in Barcelona, steps from Placa del Rei and Frederic Mares Museum. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Barcelona History Museum and Diocesan Museum of Barcelona.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed No onsite parking is available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer Contactless check-in is available The property affirms that it follows sanitization practices of Measures to reduce infection (Spain) guidelines Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property This property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards equal to the first night's stay plus taxes prior to arrival.PropertyContentXML.Policies Read More
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Amenities Relax and unwind with massages and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, a seasonal outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Read More
dining
Dining Enjoy a meal at a restaurant or in a coffee shop/café. Or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge or a poolside bar. Read More
Recreation
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Diocesan Museum of Barcelona - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Placa del Rei - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Barcelona Cathedral - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Barcelona History Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Palau del Lloctinent - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Portal de l'Angel - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi European Museum of Modern Art - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Frederic Mares Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Palau de la Musica Catalana - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Picasso Museum - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Passeig de Gracia - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi La Rambla - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Chocolate Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Placa Reial - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi The preferred airport for Grand Hotel Central - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is Barcelona Intl. Airport (BCN) - 16.5 km / 10.3 mi Read More
Location
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 147 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily. Read More
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938bryces
Tremendous location right in the heart of the action. Steps from the gothic district
We stayed for 5 nights and absolutely loved the location. Steps from more food places than you can count, right in the gothic district. Very easy access to the metro or just walk and explore. The...
Karen K
Great experience at Grand Central Hotel
All of the staff were great; friendly, helpful, especially Valentina (concierge), David and Daniel at the front desk. We felt welcome from check-in to check-out. Comfortable bed. Great air...
Kayla P
Excellent!
The hotel is absolutely beautiful and located very central to all major attractions in the Gothic Quarter. Service was impeccable and there is always someone willing to go above and beyond. The foods...